Covid-19 Pandemic Supports

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 March 2023

Thursday, 2 March 2023

Questions (185)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

185. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide a further update regarding a demand for repayment of a State support (details supplied); if the matter has been reviewed in light of evidence provided to show compliance with the spirit of the scheme as designed by him; if so, when the small business owner will be contacted with an update; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10737/23]

Written answers

Minister for Finance

I am advised by Revenue that it is currently concluding an Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme eligibility review intervention in respect of the claimant in question. Revenue has reviewed the claimant’s eligibility based on all the information provided and all issues identified under the intervention have been satisfactorily addressed and the taxpayer’s agent has been informed accordingly.